Tuesday, 27 September, 2016 - 14:00 to 17:00
Michigan Business Forum
Organiser
Lt. Governor Brian Calley of the State of Michigan and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation invite you to participate in a Michigan business forum. The program will be targeted towards advanced manufacturing and technology companies in the Aerospace and Automotive sectors that are considering market growth opportunities in the US. Speakers will address key market entry considerations and highlight the advantages of locating and doing business in Michigan. Michigan companies considering opportunities in the UK will also be in attendance.
A networking reception will immediately follow the conclusion of the forum.
Attendance is complementary, however, advanced registration is required due to limited space.
Please register by September 20th http://www.cvent.com/d/bvqkp0
Please direct questions to Susan Proctor at proctors@michigan.org or +1.517.719.0393
Programme:
14:00 - 14:30 Registration & Networking
14:30 – 14:35 Welcome and Introductory Remarks
Kevin Kerrigan, Senior Vice President, Automotive Office
Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)
14:35 - 14:45 Welcome and Introduction of Lt. Governor Brian Calley
TBD
14:45 – 15:00 Lt. Governor Brian Calley
15:00 - 15:30 Why Michigan Means Success Kevin Kerrigan, MEDC
15:30 – 15:40 Resources for Trade Opportunities
Ajay Desai, Head of UK Department for International Trade (DIT)
Coventry & Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce
15:40 – 16:00 Networking Tea
16:00 - 16:50 Panel Discussion – US Market Entry Considerations –
Market Access, Talent, Taxes and Resources
Moderator: Kevin Kerrigan (MEDC)
Hal Reisiger, CEO, Cosworth
Sarah Russell, Partner, Clayton & McKervey
Matt Gibb, Deputy County Executive, Oakland County, Michigan
Ajay Desai, (DIT)
16:50– 16:55 Wrap-Up and Reintroduction of Lt. Governor Calley
Kevin Kerrigan, MED
16:55 – 17:00 Closing Remarks Lt. Governor Calley
17:00 – 18:00 Networking Cocktail Reception
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